Nelson Mandela Day: 18th July, 2017

Q.  When is Nelson Mandela day celebrated?
- Published on 21 Jul 17

a. 16th July
b. 15th July
c. 17th July
d. 18th July

ANSWER: 18th July
 
Nelson Mandela Day: 18th July, 2017Every year on 18 July, the day Nelson Mandela was born the UN asks individuals around the world to mark Nelson Mandela International Day (18 July).

This day is celebrated by making a difference in their communities.

Everyone has the ability and the responsibility to change the world for the better, and Mandela Day is an occasion for everyone to take action and inspire change.

In November 2009, the UN General Assembly declared 18 July “Nelson Mandela International Day” in recognition of the former South African President’s contribution to the culture of peace and freedom

Nelson Mandela: Know More
  • Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela was a South African anti-apartheid revolutionary, politician, and philanthropist, who served as President of South Africa from 1994 to 1999.
  • Born: 18 July 1918, Mvezo, South Africa
  • Died: 5 December 2013, Houghton Estate, City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, South Africa
  • Awards: Nobel Peace Prize, Bharat Ratna
  • Movies and TV shows: Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom, Death of Apartheid, Dear Mandela, Darling! The Pieter-Dirk Uys Story

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